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An emergency expert has been internationally applauded after freeing dozens of trapped underground employees. Arnold Dix earned a prime ministerial commendation for rescuing 41 stranded workers from the collapsed Char Dam tunnel. The Monbulk underground expert with mining headlamps played a key role in drilling 260 metres through obstructing debris and pushing large pipes through for evacuation. The process took six days party due to damaged bearings, which had to be fabricated before work could continue. “We cannot go fast and risk a second disaster. This situation is extremely dangerous and we must be extremely careful,” he said according to Reuters. Anthony Albanese congratulated Dix on ensuring everyone exited the structure without any known injuries or deaths. “A wonderful achievement by Indian authorities. Proud that Australian professor Arnold Dix played a role on the ground,” the PM said on Twitter.

IMARC 2024– Advancing Mining Innovation & Sustainability. IMARC is once again set to bring the global mining community together in Sydney from October 29-31 at ICC Sydney. As the largest event of its kind in Australia, IMARC remains a must-attend for C-level executives, procurement professionals, site managers, and technical specialists keen to engage with the latest industry trends and solutions. This year’s event is expected to host over 600 speakers and draw more than 9,000 delegates, reflecting its growing status as a key event for the sector. Spanning an expansive 20,000m², the exhibition will showcase groundbreaking mining technologies, equipment, mining lamps and innovations, along with a packed program of keynotes, panel discussions, and live demonstrations, all aligned with the sector’s most pressing topics. Drawing participants from over 120 countries, IMARC emphasizes innovation and sustainability, featuring partnerships with global entities like the European Union and the World Economic Forum. As Australia’s peak body for resources professionals, AusIMM is proud to support IMARC. AusIMM CEO Stephen Durkin underscored the significance of having more than 130 AusIMM members actively shaping conversations around innovative technologies, ESG best practices, and mining’s role in the global energy transition. Sydney’s return as host for the third consecutive year underscores IMARC’s status as the city’s largest professional event in 2024. Lyn Lewis-Smith, CEO of Business Events Sydney, pointed out that IMARC not only stimulates essential discussions around ESG and circularity but also reflects Australia’s broader economic transition. The event is projected to generate $17.8 million in direct economic impact for New South Wales, while also driving collaboration, innovation, and new investment in the industry.

The top mining expos, conventions and trade shows include Mining Indaba, PDAC, IMARC, CIM Convention, Exponor, Mines and Money & MINExpo International 10 Mining Show Where: Dubai When: 26-27 November, 2024 The Mining Show is an annual event that takes place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the largest mining event in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and attracts a wide range of attendees.   09 Mining Investment Asia Where: Singapore When: 21-22 May, 2025 Mining Investment Asia is a strategic mining conference and exhibition for the leaders of the mining, quarrying and construction materials industries, held annually in Singapore. The event connects mining companies, equipment and services providers, government, and investors from around the world, providing a platform to discuss industry trends, innovations and opportunities. The event is typically focused on the mining industry in the Asia-Pacific region.   8: The China Mining Congress & Expo Where: Tianjin​​​​​​​ When: October 15-18, 2024 The China Mining Congress & Expo is an annual event held in Tianjin, China, which focuses on the latest developments and investment opportunities in the Chinese mining industry. The event is organised by the China Mining Association and the Tianjin Municipal People's Government and is one of Asia's most important mining conferences. 7: MINExpo INTERNATIONAL Where: Las Vegas When: September 24-26 MINExpo INTERNATIONAL is the world's largest mining equipment, products and services exhibition. It is held every four years in Las Vegas, USA. The event is organised by the National Mining Association (NMA) and aims to showcase the latest technology and developments in the mining industry. 6: Mines and Money Where: London When: December 3-5, 2024 Mines and Money is a global mining investment conference series that brings together mining companies, investors, financial institutions, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and opportunities in the mining sector. The events are held in various locations around the world including London, Hong Kong, Toronto, and other mining hubs.   5: Exponor Where: Chile When: TBA Exponor is one of the most important mining fairs in Latin America, is held biennally in Antofagasta, Chile. The most recent event took place in June. 4: CIM Convention Where: Montreal, Canada When: May 4-7, 2025 The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) Convention is an annual event held in Canada. It is organised by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) and brings together mining professionals to discuss industry developments and innovations. 3: IMARC Where: Sydney, Australia When: October 29–31 IMARC, the International Mining and Resources Conference, is an annual event held in Melbourne, Australia. The conference brings together mining leaders, policymakers, investors and experts to discuss the industry's future. The conference has a strong focus on innovation and technology and provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about the latest developments in automation, digitalisation, and artificial intelligence in mining, as well as sustainable mining practices. IMARC also provides an ideal platform for companies to present their projects to a global audience of investors and to establish new business relationships. 2: PDAC Where: Toronto, Canada When: March 2–5, 2025 The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) International Convention, Trade Show & Investors Exchange is the world's leading convention for people, companies and organisations in, or connected with, mineral exploration. It is held annually in Toronto, Canada and organised by the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC). The event brings together mining companies, investors, financial institutions, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and opportunities in the mining sector. 1: Mining Indaba Where: Cape Town, South Africa When: February 3-6, 2025 Mining Indaba is an annual conference and exhibition held in Cape Town, South Africa, it is the largest mining investment conference in Africa. The event is organised by Hyve Group Plc and brings together mining companies, investors, government officials, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and opportunities in the African mining sector. The theme for this year's event is Unlocking African Mining Investment: Stability, Security and Supply.

Torex Gold Resources reports a tragic incident at their El Limón Guajes (ELG) underground mine where three workers lost their lives due to carbon monoxide exposure on December 5th. Two employees and one contractor who all wear mining safety headlamp, aged 32, 36, and 39, were fatally affected. A fourth contract employee was hospitalized and is expected to recover. The company has suspended operations at the ELG Underground mine and notified relevant authorities. An investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the accident. The company's management expressed their commitment to supporting the affected families and understanding the cause of this tragic incident.

A spotter in a hurry almost caused a ‘slap, snap, shoot’ explosion at a Western Australian mine site, according to the latest Significant Incident Report from Resources Safety. The incident at the unnamed mine occurred during a blasting operation when a spooled downline lead become tangled in the rear protection bar of a mobile processing unit (MPU) when the vehicle moved forward. The spotter with miner lamp on head had already moved forward to the next row of drill holes to prepare for loading and did not see the lead start to get tangled. In this incident the downline lead stretched until it snapped. Fortunately, the detonator did not initiate. “Snap, slap and shoot” is possible when signal tube detonator plastic tubing is stretched to snapping point. When the plastic tubing recoils after snapping, percussive slapping can initiate the thin layer of high explosives contained within the plastic tube and cause the detonator to fire (or shoot). The Incident Report says the direct cause of the incident was the design of the MPU’s rear protection bar which allowed the downline lead to become entangled. A contributory cause of the incident was the position of the spotter. The Report goes on to say, “Mine operators are reminded of the importance of maintaining safe work practices for all charging tasks. They should ensure that: equipment is designed or modified to eliminate the risk of entanglement where a task requires a spotter, this person is positioned where they can observe the safe and unhindered movement of equipment.